Question

this period encouraged colonists to question why kings and churches held so much power, inspiring thoughts of independence. what was this period called? the industrial revolution the renaissance the reformation the enlightenment

Explanation:

The Enlightenment was a period that emphasized reason, individualism, and challenged traditional authorities like kings and churches, fueling ideas of independence among colonists. The Industrial Revolution was about technological - economic change, the Renaissance was a cultural rebirth focused on art, literature, etc., and the Reformation was about religious change in the church.

Answer:

the Enlightenment